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Photographer: J. J. Prats
Taken: January 20, 2008
Caption: Markings on the Cannon on the Left
Additional Description: The crown marking on the cannon indicates its manufacture was during King George III's reign, 1760-1820. However the less elaborate nature of the "crown" suggests this weapon was not a standard service piece but one cast for export. In the years between 1796 and 1800, during the Quasi War with France, the U.S. purchased many British guns either directly from the British government or on the open market. The crown and the letter P signify this cannon had passed the standards set for British military service.
Submitted: January 20, 2008, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.
Database Locator Identification Number: p14271
File Size: 0.868 Megabytes

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